Preserving the Creative Economy: Survey Examines the Impact of Arts Nonprofits on Communities Posted by Emma Cooke | Dec 9, 2024 | Arts, Local Government, Nonprofit A recent national survey examined the impact of arts nonprofit groups on local economies, but the local industry is still seeking support. Read More
Chapel Hill Removes New Artwork at Peace & Justice Plaza, Citing ‘Deep Division’ Over One Detail Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 20, 2024 | Arts, Instagram, International, Local Government Chapel Hill staff removed the latest art display at the Peace & Justice Plaza on Wednesday, citing division caused by a pro-Palestine symbol. Read More
Reese McHenry, Powerhouse Local Rocker, Dies After Battle With Cancer Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 14, 2024 | Arts, Obituaries After an intense and extended battle with cancer, Triangle-area rock musician Reese McHenry died... Read More
Chapel Hill Sees New Art Murals Installed at University Place, Rosemary Street Posted by Emma Cooke | Oct 24, 2024 | Arts, Development, Instagram Chapel Hill is seeing new, colorful art murals around town, located at University Place and Rosemary Street. Read More
Carrboro Businesses Pledge Donation Days to Support The ArtsCenter for Its 50th Anniversary Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 26, 2024 | Arts, Business, Nonprofit The ArtsCenter announced a lineup of businesses participating in “Artstober” to help raise money for and spread awareness of its operations. Read More
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Holiday Parade Opens 2024 Participant Applications Posted by Michael Koh | Sep 22, 2024 | Arts Applications to participate in the 2024 Chapel Hill-Carrboro Community Holiday Parade are now... Read More
Ackland Art Museum Welcomes Local Color-Blind Residents to Highlight Accessibility Program Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 26, 2024 | Arts, Business, Instagram, UNC The Ackland Art Museum hosted six color-blind Triangle residents and gave them corrective glasses to celebrate its accessibility program. Read More
The ArtsCenter Celebrates 50th Anniversary and Return of ‘Creative Spirit’ Angel Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 19, 2024 | Arts, Business, Nonprofit As part of a 50th anniversary celebration, the ArtsCenter reinstalled its recognizable angel statuette, “The Creative Spirit,” on its roof. Read More
Chapel Hill’s Schoolkids Records Closing At End of 2024 Posted by Michael Koh | Aug 19, 2024 | Arts, Business, Instagram, News Around Town Schoolkids Records, which has operated for nearly 50 years, will close its downtown Chapel Hill... Read More
Town of Chapel Hill Announces Dates, Themes for 2024 Festifall Arts Markets Posted by Michael Koh | Aug 18, 2024 | Arts, Local Government Festifall will return to downtown Chapel Hill this autumn with some changes. This year, there will... Read More